One of the easiest ways to make a quilt top is to fuse the fabric pieces in place to create the design. Fabric fusing is the perfect method for contemporary quilt artists who like to improvise in their quilt making. Learn how to quilt pieces like this one by Frieda Anderson, using fused fabrics and improvisational...
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Vivika_Blog
on 18 Jun 2013
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In the April/May 2013 issue of Quilting Arts , we challenged our readers to create a 10" x 10" art quilt based on the word "Passages." Over 125 readers were moved to make a quilt for the challenge. We were touched by the artistry, personal meaning, and unique images portrayed in these...
A few years ago I made a series of quilted fabric collage pet portraits on commission. I enjoyed making these quilts immensely, even though they were labor-intensive. Fabric postcards inspired by pets, by Pauline Salzman. It is always a challenge to create a pet portrait that captures both the animal's...
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Vivika_Blog
on 3 Jun 2013
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Whenever the seasons change, I make an effort to put together new hand sewing projects . Last winter I organized three portable projects and left them in my car, near my favorite chair, and by my desk. I find hand sewing so relaxing because it takes minimal physical effort and while I sew my mind can...
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Vivika_Blog
on 30 May 2013
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When you make a quilt, at some point you will have to consider the quilt binding . You may opt for an elaborate binding that makes an impact on the overall design, a simple and subtle binding, or no binding at all. When binding a small quilt, such as a postcard, it's usually best to keep it simple...
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Cate Prato
on 7 May 2013
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Treat your mom (yourself, or a friend) this Mother's Day! What quilting supplies do you wish for? Fill out her crafting WISH LIST with up to $50 worth of product from the Quilting Daily Shop . We'll pick one lucky winner to receive everything on their list! Winner selected May 7. Choose from...
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Cate Prato
on 3 May 2013
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Last year about this time, I was inspired by a group dyeing adventure at the Interweave offices to host my own dyeing party at home . An invitation to dye. Ranging in age from 13 to 70-something, our band of seven women--most of whom had never tried textile dyeing before--dyed silk and rayon scarves...
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Kristine Lundblad
on 2 May 2013
Filed under: Surface Design, How to Quilt, Fabric Art, Quilting Techniques, Dyeing Fabric, Fabric Painting